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War and International Relations A Critical Analysis

268 Pages 15 B/W Illustrations

by Routledge

268 Pages 15 B/W Illustrations

by Routledge

268 Pages 15 B/W Illustrations

by Routledge

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This book provides a critical overview of the occurrence of war in the international system by examining the concept from multiple perspectives and theoretical backgrounds. War is an essential concept in international affairs, if for no other reason than because prevention of war requires an in-depth understanding of it as a concept. This book seeks to examine the continued occurrence of... Read more

1.Introduction

Part I: The Nature of War

2. The Definition of War

3. War, Identity, and Culture

4. War, International Law, and Morality

Part I Conclusion: War and International Relations

Part II: War Doesn’t Work

5. The Self-Defeating Nature of War

6. Better Tools Available

7. Paradigm Shifts

Part II Conclusion: The Obsolescence of War

Part III: Reasons for Going to War